Social Studies and art integration through cooperative learning groups

Includes bibliographical references (pages 35-37)The traditional classroom is seeing a slow transformation as integration of subjects across curriculum is paving the way for a balanced education for students. However, high stakes testing and content standards can funnel down learning for students into a narrow one-size-fits-all method of learning. This study looks at the meaning of achievement and the various methods in reaching the objective of a lesson plan. Both cognitive and non-cognitive engagement serve as indicators of a student???s achievement and understanding of the curriculum. Cooperative learning groups are fast becoming a tool used in enhancing the engagement of students while allowing them to work collaboratively rather than independently